Kates Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kates Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Norwell, Massachusetts. In tax year 2023 it gave $187,500 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$187,500
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
Kates Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Kates Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 5 | $43,500 |
| Massachusetts | 13 | $40,500 |
| New York | 7 | $26,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $20,000 |
| New Hampshire | 5 | $11,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,000 |
| Mississippi | 3 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aikido of Champlain Valley | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Circle | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Midwest Access Coalition | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Studio Place Arts | Charitable contributions | $10,000 |
| Brigid Alliance | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Vermont Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $8,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable contribution | $8,000 |
| ALS Association | Charitable contribution | $8,000 |
| Anikaya | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Committee on Temporary Shelter | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire Afsc | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Wesleyan University | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Americans for Immigrant Justice | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Our Bodies Ourselves Today | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Partners in Health | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Violence Policy Center | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Advocates for Youth | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Tougaloo College | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Roca | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Action Against Hunger | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Friendship Home | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Hispanic Federation Hurricanerelief | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Foundation for Mississippi History | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Mississippi Votes | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| New England Innocence Project | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Trustees of Reservations | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Friends of Boston's Homeless | Charitable contributions | $2,500 |
| Civil Rights Movement Archive | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Keene Community Kitchen | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Center for Teen Empowerment | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| March for Our Lives Foundation | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Midwest Academy | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| National Coalition Against Censorsh | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire Community Loan Fund | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Nova Ukraine | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Raices | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Voter Participation Center | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| The Park Theatre | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen Kates
- Jane Kates Pincus
- James Kates
- Peter Kates
Questions people ask
Does Kates Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kates Foundation Inc give?
$187,500 in tax year 2023, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Kates Foundation Inc?
Its 2023 filing lists Helen Kates (President &), Jane Kates Pincus (Vice Pres &), James Kates (Secretary &) and Peter Kates (Treasurer &).
What does Kates Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.